Carla Parker

A visual read-aloud of the book "The Mary Celeste: An Unsolved Mystery from History" as needed for K12 Grade 5 ELA Lessons 2.1 - 2.4.

An empty ship is left stranded and floating in the ocean. The captain and crew have disappeared, with no sign of damage or struggle. Where did they go? Why did they leave the ship and all of its cargo behind? Read along with me as we uncover the clues and explore theories about one of maritime historys greatest puzzles: What happened to the crew of the Mary Celeste? Will we ever know?

Book written by Jane Yolen and Heidi Elisabet Yolen Stemple

Book Illustrated by Roger Roth